Mixed signals: Understanding the Unwritten Rules of the Workplace
Most of my Gen Z colleagues entered the workforce in a time of post-COVID disruption, with increasing remote work, instant communication and access, and changing norms around professional identity and etiquette. Expectations on what is work “appropriate” can change over time, but perceptions (particularly from older colleagues) can often lag behind. There are unwritten rules […]
The job application mistakes hiring managers won’t tell you about…
Applying for a new job or position can feel overwhelming, especially when so much of the process is outside of your control. One minute you’re carefully crafting the “perfect” application, and the next you’re refreshing your inbox, wondering if anyone even saw it. What makes it even more frustrating is the lack of feedback. Honestly, it can start to feel like a weird mix […]
Why Thoughtful Professionals Still Win the Job Search
The job market has always been (and will always be) competitive, but in an era of online applications, AI screening tools, and hundreds of candidates applying to the same role, standing out requires intentional effort. The good news is that most applicants still overlook the small, thoughtful steps that make a candidate memorable. If you’re willing to […]
Financial Wellness Session Recap with Mattie Duppler
At the Financial Wellness Session with Mattie Duppler, we talked about money in a way that actually felt practical and doable. One of the first things she said was simple: check your bank account every day. Not once a week. Not just when you’re nervous. Every single day. At first, that sounds extreme, but her […]
Financial Wellness as a Form of Self-Care
The “self-care” and wellness industry has experienced massive growth in the past decade, with some estimates valuing the total health and wellness sector of the economy in the trillions for the U.S. alone. Social media is full of products that are supposed to help you look and feel like a better version of yourself. But […]
Patti’s Pearls of Wisdom – The Human Advantage: Leading with Heart in the Age of AI
There was a time when being “tech-savvy” at work meant knowing how to fix the copy machine. If you could clear a paper jam without calling IT, you were practically a hero. Fast forward to today, and we’ve graduated from copy machines to Copilots — trading toner cartridges for prompts. And while technology has changed […]
5 Ways to Excel in Your Summer Internship
Summer internships are more than just an addition to your resume; they offer a valuable opportunity to gain real-world experience, build a network of professional connections, and set the foundation for your future career. Whether you’re working at a nonprofit, in a corporate office, or remotely, how you present yourself, treat others, and show up […]
NeW Kicks off 2025 Professional Development Week with Panel on the Power of Networking
The Network of enlightened Women kicked off its fifth annual Professional Development Week by hosting a virtual panel discussion on Unlocking the Power of Networking. Students and young professionals nationwide tuned into the webinar to learn more about the importance of networking and how to use it as a tool to advance their careers. The […]
How to Stand Out in a Job Interview
Job interviews can be intimidating, especially if you’re just starting out. Whether you’re applying for a summer job, an internship, or your first full-time position, preparedness is key. As part of the Network of enlightened Women’s fifth annual Professional Development Week, Alexis Flowers, Vice President of Programs at NeW, and Kyle Bonnell, Assistant Director for […]
Chloe Anagnos Shares How to Thrive as a First-Time Manager
As part of the Network of enlightened Women’s fifth annual Professional Development Week, Chloe Anagnos, Marketing Manager at America’s Future, led a session titled, “Thriving as a First-Time Manager.” She is a second-generation American, wife, mother, digital strategist, writer, and a manager with 18 years of work experience. Anagnos referred to the popular television show […]